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U.S. imports of fresh or chilled mackerel / scombrids (excluding livers and roes) (SITC 03417) totaled $166K in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Fresh or Chilled Mackerel / Scombrids (Excluding Livers and Roes) paid $8K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.1% on $155K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fresh or Chilled Mackerel / Scombrids (Excluding Livers and Roes) imports of $166K in April 2026 ran 36% above the year-to-date monthly average of $121K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMackerel and other scombrids — a family that includes king mackerel, Spanish mackerel, and Atlantic mackerel — are high-oil species for which histamine (scombrotoxin) control is the central food-safety obligation under FDA's seafood HACCP framework. USDA FSIS inspection applies at entry, and importers must demonstrate that time-temperature controls were maintained from catch through arrival. The scombrid family's overlap with tuna classification means species identification at the tariff level requires care to avoid misclassification between this heading and the tuna/skipjack heading.
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Both mackerel and tunas belong to the Scombridae family, but SITC separates them: tunas and skipjack fall under 03414, while mackerel (scombrids other than tunas and bonito) fall under 03417. The distinction turns on genus and species — importers should ensure commercial invoices and packing lists identify the species by scientific name to support correct classification.
FDA requires importers of scombroid fish to have a HACCP plan that identifies histamine formation as a significant hazard and includes critical control points for time-temperature management. Importers must also verify that their foreign suppliers have equivalent controls in place. Shipments without adequate HACCP documentation are subject to detention and refusal. Consult a licensed customs broker or regulatory counsel for current compliance requirements.
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